Everyone wants to know the best San Antonio neighborhoods to live in. Of course, any thought on that is pretty subjective, what I like may not be what you like. There are a lot of choices out there – from gated neighborhoods to quiet tree-lined streets, from the resurgence of downtown to the suburban life in Stone Oak – everyone likes something different. Since there are so many different opinions on what makes a neighborhood desirable, we turn to data to get a feel for the pulse of the city and what people are looking for when considering where to live in San Antonio. Recently, we took a look at the top 5 neighborhoods in San Antonio based on traffic and searches conducted on our site. The following San Antonio neighborhoods had the most sales in 2015 according to data provided by the San Antonio Board of Realtors. (Please note, all data for 2015 is based on sales between January and November for SABOR statistics.)
Monticello Park – With 44 sales in 2015, Monticello park saw a 26.7% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
San Pedro Hills – With 47 sales in 2015, San Pedro Hills saw a 10.5% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Woodstone – With 48 sales in 2015, Woodstone saw a 24.8% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Hollywood Park – With 48 sales in 2015, Hollywood Park saw an 18.3% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Dover – With 49 sales in 2015, Dover saw a 16.9% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Steubing Ranch – With 50 sales in 2015, Steubing Ranch saw a 9.3% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Longs Creek – With 52 sales in 2015, Longs Creek saw a 9.0% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
River Rock Ranch – With 53 sales in 2015, River Rock Ranch saw only a 0.1% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015 (and actually saw a decline 6.4% decline from 2014 averages).
Los Angeles Heights – With 57 sales in 2015, Los Angeles Heights saw a 44.1% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Dellview – With 58 sales in 2015, Dellview saw a 23.0% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Spring Vistas – With 60 sales in 2015, Spring Vistas saw a 12.7% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Cibolo Canyons – With 60 sales in 2015, Cibolo Canyons saw a 4.6% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015. It should be noted however, that prices declined from 2014, which was a stronger year for this neighborhood with 64 sales and an average price per square foot of $128.09.
Deerfield – With 61 sales in 2015, Deerfield saw a 9.5% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Olympia – With 64 sales in 2015, Olympia saw a 14.8% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Spring Creek – With 65 sales in 2015, Spring Creek saw a 21.4% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Inwood – With 66 sales in 2015, Inwood saw a 9.4% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Two Creeks – With 69 sales in 2015, Two Creeks saw a 9.4% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Heritage Park – With 69 sales in 2015, Heritage Park saw a 19.7% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Northern Hills – With 73 sales in 2015, Northern Hills saw a 20.7% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Windcrest – With 80 sales in 2015, Windcrest saw an 11.7% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Castle Hills – With 82 sales in 2015, Castle Hills saw a 16.1% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Rogers Ranch – With 91 sales in 2015, Rogers Ranch saw a 9.3% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Terrell Hills – With 92 sales in 2015, Terrell Hills saw a 2.1% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Sonterra – With 95 sales in 2015, Sonterra saw a 14.5% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Alamo Heights – With 114 sales in 2015, Alamo Heights saw a 6.2% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015, although they did sell more homes in 2013.
Sonoma Ranch – With 115 sales in 2015, Sonoma Ranch saw a 12.8% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Woodlake – With 118 sales in 2015, Woodlake saw a 5.5% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Harlandale – With 120 sales in 2015, Harlandale saw a 20.4% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Redbird Ranch – With 137 sales in 2015, Redbird Ranch saw a 7.5% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Northwest Crossing – With 153 sales in 2015, Northwest Crossing saw a 14.1% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Fair Oaks Ranch – With 168 sales in 2015, Fair Oaks Ranch saw a 5.4% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Canyon Springs – With 176 sales in 2015, Canyon Springs saw a 2.2% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
Alamo Ranch – With 399 sales in 2015, Alamo Ranch saw a 4.4% increase in the average price per square foot from 2013 to 2015.
As you can see, there is a wide range of neighborhoods, covering many different areas of the city (and beyond). It really goes to show just how much the phrase “real estate is local” is important. While national numbers may paint one picture of housing, a state or citywide look may paint another, and even more importantly, neighborhoods can vary greatly. Just in the San Antonio neighborhoods we’ve talked about here, we’ve seen everything from a 0.1% increase in average price per square foot to a 44.1% increase – that’s a huge difference. So next time you hear the news of this decline or that increase, know that what’s happening in your neighborhood might be completely different. If you’re thinking about selling your home or purchasing a new one, call your real estate agent and talk to them about the local market conditions. With a firm footing in what’s actually happening in your area, you can make informed decisions about buying and selling your home.
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